23 May 2026

Cat tracks SE Turkey

Hi, I found some tracks recently near Birecik in SE Turkey. Glasses for scale, gap between stem tips is 8.75cm.

Given shape and lack of claw marks, would I be correct in assuming this is a cat, most likely Lynx?

Thanks!

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Duncan W
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  • 24 May 2026
    Moses Swanson the XVI

    Judging purely off of range and the ASM database I think it could be a jungle cat, plus it seems like there is suitable habitat in that area of Turkiye.

  • 26 May 2026
    Sebastian Kennerknecht

    Definitely cat tracks! From the size I would say lynx, but its a bit hard to say with the increased size due to the mud.

  • 30 May 2026
    Duncan W

    Thanks very much for the responses. I must admit I wasn’t even aware that Jungle Cat occurs in Turkey, so hadn’t considered it as an option! However, I think the tracks are probably too large for that species.

    On reflection, I wonder whether Caracal might be a better option given the terrain (quite open dry country with low rolling hills)?

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